Saracen Trullo in Ostuni by Luca Zanaroli
Italian Architect Luca Zanaroli breathes new life into the commonplace in Italy’s rural Ostuni Puglia (Apulia). His Saracen trullo, prior to remodeling, was an unremarkable, abandoned example of the area’s usual architecture. Revitalizing this plot of land sheltered by olive and almond trees, Zanaroli tripled the original building’s surface and built four new bedrooms. The finished product is modern oasis nestled in a traditional structure.

































ABOUT JANET WLODY -
Janet is a senior at Kenyon College studying English with a Creative Writing emphasis. She has a particular affinity for American literature, and enjoys discovering the narrative(s) behind a piece of art. GBlog is her blogging debut, and she is grateful for newfound exposure to objects such as the “Bug Light.” (She favors the stately praying mantis.)

























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